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Take a spin; sign up for undoor cycling and burn tons of calories

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Indoor cycling classes are increasing in popularity. Riding stationary bicycles as a group tends to be more fun than rising alone. And the bicycles used in such classes tend to feel like real bikes; they often are equipped with weighted flywheels, adjustable seats and toe-clips.

Author: Yeager, Selene
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1998
Exercise bicycles

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Fitness advisor

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Going to the gym only once a week may have little effect because the muscles, ligaments, bones and tendons cannot properly adapt to the stress. Twice-a-week visits, however, may make a noticeable difference. The use of all major muscles groups during each visit is recommended.

Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1995
Gymnasiums

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Secrets of my success: 'I though I'd lost my get-up-and go!.' (one woman's effort to lose weight and increase her energy level)

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Connie Bissonnette, age 57, knew that when she gained 40 pounds and increased her blood pressure she had to make adjustments in her daily lifestyle. With her son's help, she started with a 10-minute exercise program. She moved on to strength training and a low-fat diet.

Author: Mooney, Linda
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1998
Health aspects, Women, Weight loss, Women's health

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